Multimedia Journalist
Hearst•South Burlington, VT
•$42,000 - $45,000•Onsite
About The Position
WPTZ-TV/NBC5, serving the Burlington, VT / Plattsburgh, NY market, is seeking a motivated Multimedia Journalist for its South Burlington, VT office. The journalist will tell stories and deliver them live, reporting to the Assistant News Director. The role covers breaking news, weather, and sports, and involves producing content for newscasts, online channels, and other digital platforms. Newscast assignments may include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- Professional or educational experience in television news reporting, photography, and editing.
- Creative writing and editing skills.
- Ability to deliver stories authentically and connect with viewers.
- Ability to provide samples of reporting and photography.
- Experience developing local contacts.
- Experience shooting and editing high-quality video.
- Ability to handle the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
Nice To Haves
- Related military experience will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts, which may include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Cover breaking news, weather, and sports.
- Produce high-quality news packages.
- Collaborate with reporters on packages, special reports, and documentaries.
- Develop sources and create story ideas.
- Produce content for on-air, online, and digital platforms.
- Shoot live shots and live interviews, and track news stories.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) matching.
- Emotional Wellness Support.
- Paid Time Off.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- LGBTQ+ Health Services.
- Additional benefits to meet the employee’s and family’s needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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